2003 Chevrolet Malibu Service Brakes Problems
- 13
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 13 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. While driving 25-30 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and traveled to the floorboard. The vehicle came to a stop after an extended period of time. After the vehicle was parked overnight, the contact noticed excessive brake fluid leaking underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the brake lines…
ODI 11093615
Electrical System · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the brake system failed. While the brake pedal was depressed, the brake system failed to engage and the vehicle vibrated. The contact had to engage the emergency brake to bring the vehicle to a stop. The contact also mentioned that the key had to be released from the ignition with force. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and stated…
ODI 11019279
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
This has happened five times now, i am driving and the engine just shuts off, i can not brake i can not steer, i still have lights on the dashboard. It happens when i am gong about 20 to about 35 miles per hour. I am afraid to drive on the highway. I do not know if it will happen at a higher speed! It did it the first time back in june 2015 my daughter was driving, then again last friday august 7th four more times…
ODI 10748075
Power Train · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
Computer problem 2003 chevy impala 6 cyl front wheel drive automatic 130000 miles this recently started, the traction on light and the abs yellow lights on dash stay on. Rarely do they go off, only a few times. The square indicator light says "service traction control" light comes on when i start the vehicle, stays on for 1-2 minutes then goes off. But the traction control light and the abs light remains on. How can…
ODI 10726120
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
Car will not start. Solid "theft" light comes on dashboard and car will not turn over, or if it turns over, will cut out shortly after. This anti-theft issue causes the power steering and brakes to disable, and am not able to turn the steering wheel. Have also had car stall out in traffic and lose all power. Had to have car towed several times due to the issue. I have tried several fixes and mechanical repairs, but…
ODI 10690707
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline · Service Brakes · Suspension
I tell dealer check engine light on "he says not to be concerned there is white smoke coming from tailpipe ignition can take up to 5 min to get on code says car needs egr valve car needed brakes and rotors all the way around and tyrod dealer will not respond to calls car was recalled for ignition switch never repaired i need to know if i can take it in to chevy dealer ony had 1 month vehicle is not safe and i am 76…
ODI 10664000
Engine · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. While driving various speeds, the engine rpms suddenly increased and the driver was unable to apply the brakes. The driver had to crash into a curb in order to stop the vehicle. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Crash reported
ODI 10637574
Service Brakes
I was driving near my home when a turkey ran out in front of my vehicle from the left. I was looking to the right as i approached my driveway. I saw the turkey out of the corner of my eye and i stepped hard on my brakes because i was unable to immediately identify the animal. My brake pedal went straight to the floor and, after stopping completely, i discovered that my driver side brake line had ruptured. I took the…
ODI 10639892
Body · Service Brakes
100% of brake lines failed via rust also, control arms front/rear severely rusted.
ODI 10819334
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Steering
The car shut off with no warning while driving on the road. This was a total shut-down of the car; including the loss of power steering and the functionality of the brake booster. The car afterwards becomes difficult to start. It may take several tries or a prolonged waiting period until the car will want to start. After it does start there's no telling if it will shut off again while driving. It has shut off while…
ODI 10678177
Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, the brakes failed without warning. The vehicle continued to accelerate while the brakes were applied, causing the contact to crash into another vehicle. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate…
Crash reported
ODI 10579556
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Service Brakes
When it rains the tail lights fill up with water and the lights do not work correctly. And sometimes they do not work at all. It holds water and the lights flash in a christmas tree light manner. Also when the breaks are stepped on the blinkers do not work. Also when you step on the break the blinker indicators on the instrument panel remain lit up green. I have replace bulbs as well as the whole light housing. Even…
ODI 10532045
Engine · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
After my 2003 chevrolet malibu had been parked in the sun for a while, on a short trip of 4 miles, the car started revving up and taking off on it's on. It also caused my a/c hose to burst (i am convinced it is related). I took it to dealer for repair and they cleaned the throttle and replaced the a/c hose. There is still the same problem. It seems as though it happens when it is very hot weather and i am making…
ODI 10525974
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Catalog year/make/model rows for 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
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